How much does an Ombudsman make in Washington, DC?

As of May 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Ombudsman in Washington, DC is $177,992. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $156,442 to $191,721, with most professionals earning between $136,822 and $204,220.

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Ombudsman Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $136,822 Washington,DC May 01, 2025
25th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $156,442 Washington,DC May 01, 2025
50th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $177,992 Washington,DC May 01, 2025
75th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $191,721 Washington,DC May 01, 2025
90th Percentile Ombudsman Salary $204,220 Washington,DC May 01, 2025
25% $156,442 10% $136,822 90% $204,220 75% $191,721 $177,992 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Ombudsman ?

An ombudsman, ombudsperson, ombud, or public advocate is an official who is charged with representing the interests of the public by investigating and addressing complaints of maladministration or a violation of rights. The ombudsman is usually appointed by the government or by parliament, but with a significant degree of independence. In some countries an inspector general, citizen advocate or other official may have duties similar to those of a national ombudsman, and may also be appointed by a legislature. Below the national level an ombudsman may be appointed by a state, local or municipal...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Ombudsman in Washington, DC. The base salary for Ombudsman ranges from $156,442 to $191,721 with the average base salary of $177,992. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $161,531 to $219,962 with the average total cash compensation of $190,121.
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